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M aynard H. J ackson High School Our Mission : To Pursue Excellence Every Day in Every Way !

Maynard H. Jackson High School is dedicated to pursuing excellence every day in every way. With a wide range of degree programs and courses, a supportive staff, and a vibrant school community, we strive to motivate, educate, and accelerate the growth of our students. Our mission is to create a positive, civil, respectful, safe, and fun environment for all students, while achieving MYP authorization and AdvancEd accreditation. Join us as we celebrate our achievements and continue to grow in academic areas and student engagement.

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M aynard H. J ackson High School Our Mission : To Pursue Excellence Every Day in Every Way !

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  1. Maynard H. Jackson High School Our Mission: To Pursue Excellence Every Day in Every Way!

  2. Maynard H. Jackson High School Meet the Team Adam Danser, Principal adanser@atlanta.k12.ga.us Shaun Heckstall, 9thGrade AP shaun.heckstall@atlanta.k12.ga.us Keely Harris, 9th Grade Counselor keely.harris@atlanta.k12.ga.us Ms. Michelle Dalton, Parent Liaison micdalton@atlanta.k12.ga.us Yusef King, IB Diploma Programmeygking@atlanta.12.ga.us Doris Elliott, Special Education Lead dcelliott@atlanta.k12.ga.us Debra Ross, Gifted and Talented dross@atlanta.k12.ga.us Coach Curry, Athletic Director rcurry@atlanta.k12.ga.us

  3. Jackson HS: Fast Facts Our Mission Continues: To pursue EXCELLENCE, every day in every way! Motivate, Educate, Accelerate • Serve the entire Jackson Cluster • ~1275 Students 78% Black 12% White 6% Hispanic 3% Multi-racial 1% Asian [15% Students with Disabilities] • Authorized IB Diploma and Career-related Programs • Early College Dual Enrollment • AMSC, GSU, and Atlanta Technical College • Offer 12 Advanced Placement Courses • Robust Student Support/Services Staff • Elective Pathways include: Engineering, Audio-Video Tech, Graphic Design, Web & Digital Design, JROTC, Band, Orchestra, Chorus, Theater, Dance, & Visual Arts • World Languages = Spanish, French, & Chinese • Participate in 14 GHSA Sports School Motto: MJJ ALL DAY!! Follow us on Twitter @MHJHSJaguars

  4. Jackson HS: Next Steps • Continued Growth in ALLAcademic Areas. • GA Milestone EOC • IB/AP Exam Performance • PSAT/ACT/SAT • Passing Rate • Graduation Rate • Progress • SWD/ED/ESOL Performance • Improve daily student ENGAGEMENT. • Nurture aPOSITIVE, CIVIL, RESPECTFUL, SAFE, and FUN Environment for our entire school family. • Achieve MYP Authorization and AdvancEd accreditation Follow us on Twitter @MHJHSJaguars

  5. Jackson HS: Celebrations • Highest graduation rate in school history - 84.8% • Highest amount of scholarship dollars in school history; • % of students scoring 3 or higher on AP Exams increased (12% to 19%); • Number of students participating in IB DP and CP has grown each year; • In 2017-18 SIX students earned an Associate’s Degree from AMSC; • More than doubled the # of CTAE Pathway Completers; • Heavy participation in Local & State Academic Competition Winners, including Governor’s Honors, Academic Fairs, and Academic Decathlon; • International Travel (Germany, Galapagos, France); • Substantial growth of our SUNSHINE CLOSET to support students in need; • Instituted a 9th Grade Bridge Program for rising Freshman; • Great growth and success in the athletic, art, and JROTC departments; • Two-time participants in the Schuler Awards (GAHS Musical Theater Competition) Colleges our students are attending include: Harvard, GA Tech, UGA, Emory, Duke, GSU, University of Chicago, GWU, Howard, Tuskegee, LSU, Hampton, Bard, Texas A&M, Agnes Scott, Boston University, KSU, Brandeis, UVA, Savannah State, & many more. Follow us on Twitter @MHJHSJaguars

  6. Jackson HS: Partnership & Support Colleges and Universities Emory University AMSC Georgia Tech Georgia State University Organizations Communities in Schools Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport P.I.E. National Math and Science Institute (NMSI) College Advising Corps Sun Trust/Rock the Street Grow Where You Are One Goal * Street Law * Parkside Church WonderRoot * Atlanta Victim Assistance Alliance * 7 Stages * Horizon Theater Kenny Leon True ColorZoe Safe House Family Ties * Young Life * 15 The Annie E. Casey Foundation MJ Youth Foundation Sons of Pitches & Majestic Soccer Atlanta Track Club Atlanta Ballet Local Businesses Chick-fil-a Barnes and Noble Kroger Publix The Little Clinic Six Feet Under Intown Pediatrics Bennett’s Market and Deli Grant Park Coffee House This is an ever-evolving list, and certainly not all-inclusive. We thank ALL organizations and individuals who support MJHS. Follow us on Twitter @MHJHSJaguars

  7. Maynard H. Jackson High School Degree Programs & Courses of Study • International Baccalaureate Diploma Program:courses taken in 11th and 12th grade to complete diploma program • International Baccalaureate Career-Related Program:combines two+ IB Diploma Program courses with a complete career-related pathway of study • Early College (Dual Enrollment): attend a public college to earn high school and college credit simultaneously, course fees, books, and fees paid by program. Student must apply and be accepted to college. • On-Level/Honors/Advanced Placement: college level courses available to all students beginning in 9th grade • Ballet and Modern Dance • CTAE Pathways • Robotics Program • Audio-Video Technology • ROTC • 26 Athletic Teams • 50+ Clubs and Organizations (and growing) • Jazz Band, Piano, Guitar, Chorus • And many more!!!

  8. Maynard H. Jackson High School APS Graduation Requirements

  9. Maynard H. Jackson High School 9th Grade Course of Study

  10. Maynard H. Jackson High School Our Pathways

  11. Maynard H. Jackson High School Mark Your Calendars! • February: 8th grade tours of MJHS • March: Counselor visits middle schools for 1st step of course selection • March 11-29: Students who do not live in MJHS attendance zone may access the school choice application at APS website: www.atlantapublicschools.us • April: enrollment opens for Summer Bridge program • May-June: CLUSTER REGISTRATION (If enrollment packet was not turned in to the middle school)

  12. Maynard H. Jackson High School Get Involved! Clubs & Activities Athletics Baseball (JV & Varsity) Basketball—Boys (JV & Varsity) Basketball—Girls (JV & Varsity) Cheerleading (JV & Varsity) Cross Country (Boys & Girls) Football (JV & Varsity) Golf (Boys & Girls) Lacrosse (Boys & Girls) One Act Plays Rifle Team Soccer (Boys & Girls) Softball Swimming & Diving Tennis Track & Field (Boys & Girls) Volleyball (Varsity Girls) Wrestling AcademicDecathlon Team Ambassadors •Art Society Club Band •Beta Club •Chess Club Chorus •Creative Writing Club Cultural Diversity Club •Debate Team •Drama Club •Environmental Club•FBLA • FCA •French Club•Gay Straight Alliance•Honor Society for French•International Thespian Society•Jazz Band • Key Club •Journalism •Literary Magazine Club•Male Reading Club •Marching Band•Math Team • Mock Trial National Art Honor Society National Technical Honor Society National Honor Society Orchestra PALS Peer Mediation Program Students Against Drunk Drivers Science Olympiad Skills USA Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica Spanish Club Student Council / SGA Technology Student Association Yearbook

  13. Maynard H. Jackson High School Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

  14. Maynard H. Jackson High School How your 9th grader can be successful Maturity, Responsibility, Respect, 100% Involvement in Extracurriculars

  15. Maynard H. Jackson High School Expectations Dress Code: we are a uniform school. Book Bags: Students are permitted to carry either a CLEAR or SEE-THROUGH MESH BOOK BAG during the day. • Females are permitted a small purse for personal items. Lockers: The locker fee is $5 for the year.

  16. Maynard H. Jackson High School Fall Athletics Athletic Director Coach Reginald Curry 404-802-5212 rcurry@atlanta.k12.ga.us

  17. Maynard H. Jackson High School Communication Join the Class of 2023 REMIND: Text @mjhs23 to 81010

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  19. Maynard H. Jackson High School Thank You!

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